Discover a Shoes For Crews selection of cold-weather footwear to protect your employees

In various work environments exposed to cold, employee safety and well-being are paramount. Extreme temperature conditions can lead to health risks, including chilblains, frostbite and reduced dexterity. In this context, appropriate work shoes play a crucial role in protecting the feet of nearly 100,000 workers in France against cold and its harmful effects.

In this article, we will take an in-depth look at the features to consider when choosing this footwear and present a Shoes For Crews selection of cold-weather footwear to ensure employee safety and comfort.

Features to consider when choosing cold-weather footwear

Protecting workers operating in low-temperature conditions largely depends on choosing the right footwear : a crucial decision for ensuring team health and safety. To make an informed choice, it is essential to carefully consider several key features :

• Thermal insulation : cold conditions require effective thermal insulation to protect feet. Cold-weather work shoes must feature high-quality insulating materials that retain body heat while allowing moisture to escape.
• Waterproofing : waterproofing is essential to prevent water, snow or ice from entering the shoes. Waterproof uppers provide reliable protection against moisture while allowing perspiration to evaporate, keeping feet dry and comfortable. Sealed seams enhance this waterproofing by preventing any water ingress.
• Grip and traction : slippery, wet surfaces require optimum grip to prevent falls and slips. Cold-weather shoe outsoles must feature slip-resistant materials and deep grooves that provide maximum traction on surfaces such as these.
• Comfort and ergonomics : work shoe comfort is crucial to ensuring workers’ well-being throughout their day. Breathable linings allow adequate air circulation, preventing excessive perspiration and bacterial growth. Good arch support and sufficient cushioning also reduce fatigue and pain, ensuring greater productivity and comfort throughout the day.
• Protection against impacts and injuries : alongside cold protection, work shoes must also offer protection against impacts and injuries. Steel or composite protective toe caps protect toes from impacts, while puncture-resistant soles prevent sharp objects from penetrating the sole, ensuring maximum workplace safety.

By considering these features, it is possible to choose cold-weather footwear that effectively protects workers against harsh conditions and thus reduces the risk of accidents. 

A selection of cold-weather footwear to protect workers

Delvin : the comfortable, insulating shoe

Our M.A.P.S range of shoes for military personnel, paramedics, police officers and security staff offers comfortable models while protecting workers from the cold and ensuring their safety : the unisex Delvin shoe, which complies with EN ISO 20345:2022 [S7L CI SR], is a perfect example. Thanks to a removable padded recycled EVA insole, enhanced cushioning, and a waterproof leather upper, it offers your teams unbeatable comfort.

Above all, this model offers cold insulation, an ultra slip-resistant outsole with TripGuard-certified trip resistance, as well as a puncture-resistant construction : ideal for protecting workers in the toughest conditions.

Carrig Low : our cold-protective work shoe

We know that workers’ needs vary, which is why we offer our Carrig Low work shoe. Certified EN ISO 20347:2022 [O6 HI CI SR ESD LG], this unisex model helps maintain your teams’ comfort throughout the day, thanks to an energy-absorbing heel construction, enhanced cushioning, a removable padded recycled EVA insole, but above all an insulating structure that protects against heat and cold.

Finally, it can protect your teams’ health thanks to an ultra slip-resistant sole with TripGuard-certified trip resistance, a construction made from a blend of durable, waterproof materials, and a structure resistant to penetration by bloodborne pathogens.

Darver : a comfortable work shoe

From our M.A.P.S. range, the Darver shoe is ideal for your teams’ needs. Thanks to a removable padded recycled EVA insole, enhanced cushioning thanks to an energy-absorbing heel construction and a breathable structure, this unisex model certified EN ISO 20347:2022 [O6 HI CI HRO SR ESD LG] will enable your employees to work in complete comfort.

Its construction made from a blend of durable, waterproof materials, its cold-insulating structure and its heat-resistant outsole up to 300 °C will ensure your teams’ safety. Finally, a sole with TripGuard-certified clog and trip resistance will help prevent any risk of falls, allowing your employees to work with peace of mind.

Callan Mid : the work shoe for all temperatures

Designed to ensure your teams’ health throughout the day, our M.A.P.S. shoe range offers models perfectly suited to your needs. The unisex Callan Mid shoe, certified EN ISO 20347:2022 [O6 HI CI SR ESD LG] helps protect your teams thanks to protection against heat and cold,, a metal-free and antistatic construction, an ultra slip-resistant sole with TripGuard-certified trip resistance, and a structure resistant to penetration by bloodborne pathogens.

Comfort is not overlooked in this model, with a removable padded recycled EVA insole, an energy-absorbing heel construction for enhanced cushioning and a waterproof coated leather upper. The ideal shoe for working with complete peace of mind. 

If you would like to provide your teams with the ideal cold-weather footwear to improve their comfort and prevent the risk of accidents, we invite you to discover our catalogue, or contact our Shoes For Crews experts, leaders in slip-resistant footwear since 1984, who will provide you with more information about our available models.